Electric buses

The new buses are part of a £32 million project to replace some of the current diesel fleet.

Figures reveal about 40% of buses in north-east England do not meet higher emission standards.

Richard Parker, the mayor of the West Midlands, says the region is "leading the way" on green public transport

A new fleet of all-electric buses will be deployed in Torquay this winter, Torbay Council says.

The new buses will operate across Bristol, Somerset and Wiltshire.

Reading is getting a total of 32 electric buses by summer 2026 thanks to government funding.

The government says the green vehicles are expected to be operational in Hull by spring 2027.

Authorities in Surrey and Brighton have been allocated a share of £37.5m government funds.